Please join Chief Irish, Commissioner Lydon, and Deputy Commissioner Marc Joseph as we discuss the important role ordinary citizens and code officials play in enhancing the quality of life in Boston and helping to sustain safe living conditions for residents, business, and communities.

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Boston Park Rangers, Urban Wilds staff, and Parks employees will provide formal and informal discussions or tours during the hikes. Some hikes may be more focused on taking a walk in the park, while others may be more informational. Hikes will explore different wilderness or park areas of Boston. Hikes will take place primarily on unpaved paths. Programs will last about one hour and length may vary.

Description: Join a Boston Park Ranger for a short walk, interpretive talk, or day hike and learn more about Boston's park system. Guided hikes and walks vary in length from .5 miles up to 4 miles. Depending on the length, they can last from 30 minutes up to 3 hours. All guided hikes and walks will begin at a predetermined location in the area in which they are offered. Restrooms and drinking water may or may not be available, come prepared with whatever you will need for the tour.

Topics and routes will vary depending on the location. Rangers will provide information on the natural and cultural history of the park throughout the walk or hike. These tours are offered in many areas of the city, including; Franklin Park, Jamaica Pond and Olmsted Park, The Back Bay Fens, and the Boston Common.

For more information, visit the Hike Boston home page.

Join us in May to talk about carrying all manner of things by bike! Bring your questions, your pro tips, and your stories to these facilitated conversations.



We will convene three times in May. While the format will be the same each time, the content will change based on who joins us that day.

Join us in May to talk about carrying all manner of things by bike! Bring your questions, your pro tips, and your stories to these facilitated conversations.



We will convene three times in May. While the format will be the same each time, the content will change based on who joins us that day.

Join us in May to talk about carrying all manner of things by bike! Bring your questions, your pro tips, and your stories to these facilitated conversations.



We will convene three times in May. While the format will be the same each time, the content will change based on who joins us that day.

This workshop will provide a general overview of the Boston Zoning Code, permitting, and the community process. Space is limited, and registration is required:

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For questions, contact Assistant Commissioner Jessica Thomas at jessica.thomas@boston.gov or 617-961-3744.